Retail Purchasing & Inventory Manager
Core
Lead strategic purchasing, inventory management, and supplier relationships for the Grocery Department to ensure product availability and margin performance across multiple retail locations.
Role type
Senior Retail Purchasing & Inventory Manager
Builds
Grocery product assortment and inventory levels for a multi-site food retail chain
Domain
Food retail / Grocery / Supply chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, inventory forecasting, waste reduction, margin control, team leadership, compliance management
Preferred skills
Experience in agribusiness, hospitality, or category management
Technologies
ERP systems, inventory management software, data analysis tools
Responsibilities
Negotiate pricing and trading terms with suppliers; oversee inventory management across all store locations; demand forecasting and stock optimization; ensure efficient stock flow from receipt to replenishment; mentor retail supervisors and support team development; maintain compliance with food safety and OH&S requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities